Opened in September 2014, the $40 million Axworthy Health & RecPlex facility features a large multi-use artificial turf (which can also be used as three cross-fields). The building is 189,000-square-feet and includes a 4-lane regulation rubberized sprint track and jump pit, a community gym and a multi-purpose room - specially designed for drumming circles and smudging ceremonies. It is a teaching, training, recreational, andmulti-purposefacility for students, athletes, staff, and the community.

Funded in part by the province and the City of Winnipeg, the RecPlex is open to inner-city neighbourhood residents and community organizations one third of the time. The facility helps to alleviate the shortage of athletic and recreational space in the downtown area. The RecPlex is a place for everyone to learn, play and belong!

In partnership with the Spence Neighbourhood Association, the University of Winnipeg provides the facility spaces at no cost to community groups and area residents, with SNA organizing a variety of registration-based programs, as well as drop-in opportunities. For more information on the University of Winnipeg's commitment to the wider community, please see the Community Charter.